Free Online Countdown Timer

Countdown Timer
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Track time to any event with our free countdown timer. Works on desktop and mobile, includes full screen mode, beep alerts, pause/resume, and custom actions when time’s up.

Free Online Countdown Timer – Fast, Simple, and Accurate

Our online countdown timer makes it easy to track time for events, presentations, workouts, classes, or any important moment.
Simply set your target date and time, choose what happens when the timer ends (show message, hide timer, or redirect to a URL), and click Start.
This tool runs directly in your browser with no downloads or registration, and works perfectly on phones, tablets, and computers.

Key Features:

  • Set countdown to any date/time
  • Pause, resume, and reset anytime
  • Optional beep alert on finish
  • Full screen mode for events or presentations
  • Custom finish action: show message, hide timer, or redirect
  • Mobile-friendly, lightweight, and fast

How to Use the Countdown Timer

  • Select Target Date & Time – Click the date/time box and choose when your countdown should end.
  • Choose End Action – Select “Show Message”, “Hide Timer”, or “Redirect”.
  • Optional Settings – Enter a custom message or redirect URL, and tick the “Beep” box if you want a sound alert.
  • Start Countdown – Click Start.
  • Pause / Resume – Use the Pause button to stop the timer temporarily, then click Resume to continue.
  • Reset – Click Reset to clear the timer and start again.
  • Full Screen – Click Full Screen for big events, meetings, or classroom displays.

FAQs – Countdown Timer

Q1: Can I use this timer offline?
No, this timer works in your browser and requires it to stay open. However, once loaded, it doesn’t need an internet connection to keep running.

Q2: Will it keep running if I switch tabs?
Yes, the timer continues in the background, but switching tabs may affect sound alerts on some devices.

Q3: Can I have multiple countdowns at once?
This version supports one countdown at a time. For multiple timers, check our Multi-Timer Tool.

Q4: Does the beep work on mobile?
Yes, but mobile browsers require user interaction before playing sound. Start the timer manually to enable beeps.

Q5: Can it automatically open another page when done?
Yes, choose “Redirect” as the action and enter the URL.

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